CNC Machinist – 1st Shift

We are seeking a skilled and motivated CNC Machinist to join a hands‑on manufacturing team where craftsmanship, collaboration, and growth are valued. This role offers variety in daily work, opportunities to expand your skills, and a supportive shop culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC equipment, including Bridgeport machines, plasma tables, bandsaws, and press brakes (Accupress)
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments
• Support multiple departments as workload requires
• Assist with MIG welding tasks when needed
• Safely operate forklifts and follow shop safety procedures

Qualifications

• Previous CNC machining experience required; Bridgeport experience strongly preferred
• Ability to read blueprints and take accurate measurements
• Comfortable using hand and power tools in a shop environment
• Forklift experience preferred; certification a plus
• Willingness to learn and operate additional equipment as needed
• Team‑oriented mindset with flexibility to assist across operations
• MIG welding experience is a plus, but not required

Work Environment & Culture

• 1st shift schedule
• Collaborative, safety‑focused shop environment
• Casual and comfortable shop attire
• Consistent workflow with hands‑on variety

This is a Permanent position based out of WATERLOO, IA.

The pay range for this position is $40000.00 - $49920.00/yr.

Full company benefits with OMJC as this is a direct placement

This is a fully onsite position in WATERLOO,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.